In vitro model for intraoperative adjustments in an implantable hearing aid (MET)

• Published in: The Laryngoscope Vol. 116; no. 3; p. 473
• Main Authors: Rodriguez Jorge, Jesus, Pfister, Markus, Zenner, Hans P, Zalaman, Ilse M, Maassen, Marcus M
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.03.2006
• Subjects: Acoustic Impedance Tests - methods; Cadaver; Cochlear Implants; Equipment Design; Humans; In Vitro Techniques; Interferometry - methods; Intraoperative Period; Pilot Projects; Prosthesis Fitting - instrumentation; Reproducibility of Results; Transducers; Vibration

Assessment of the optimal static preloading of Otologics Middle Ear Transducer (MET) Ossicular Stimulator, when coupled to the incus. The MET Ossicular Stimulator is a partially implantable electromagnetic middle ear hearing device that transmits vibrations to the ossicular chain. The vibration patt...